BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I-IV / WRU - Pueblo
About The Position
Crossroads Turning Points is seeking a compassionate and dynamic Behavioral Health Clinician to provide co-occurring counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and groups. The role supports people experiencing substance misuse and mental health challenges and helps them work toward healthier lifestyles and lasting recovery. The position is based in Pueblo, Colorado, with work in a combination of office and clinical settings. The clinician may travel to outlying sites to train and treat patients. Applicants must complete pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing, a comprehensive background check, and a TB test. The role requires a master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling and licensure as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. A CAS certification is preferred; candidates must be able to obtain it within 18 months of hire. The salary range is $60,000 to $79,500 per year, depending on experience and other licenses. Crossroads Turning Points reports more than 45 years of experience in the behavioral health field.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.
- Licensure as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
- At least two years of experience working in the mental health field.
- Ability to obtain CAS certification within 18 months of hire.
- Understanding of ASAM and SOAR level-of-care criteria.
- Solid verbal and written communication skills.
- Intermediate computer skills.
- CPR and first-aid certification; the agency covers the costs of initial training and renewals.
- Valid driver’s license and insurability.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, and drive for extended periods.
- Completion of pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing, a comprehensive background check, and a TB test.
Nice To Haves
- CAS certification in addition to the required professional license.
- Previous substance misuse treatment experience.
- Expertise with trauma.
- Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Conduct co-occurring patient assessments and place patients in the appropriate level of care.
- Conduct individual, family, and group counseling sessions; may also conduct psycho-educational or family groups.
- Help co-occurring patients develop and update treatment plans and goals.
- Monitor patient behaviors and progress.
- Use behavior modification and stress management therapy to help patients manage substance misuse and other problems.
- Administer and analyze patient testing instruments and review results to evaluate client needs.
- Provide therapeutic projects, recreational therapy, or other activities.
- Complete documentation by established deadlines and maintain patient records in accordance with licensing regulations.
- Regularly report clinical status to the unit supervisor.
- Participate in patient staffing with the appropriate team and communicate with community referral sources, including probation and parole and the Department of Social Services.
- Provide crisis intervention and arrange hospitalization as needed.
- Coordinate and refer patients to supportive community services that supplement treatment and counseling.
- Help patients access services that promote self-sufficiency and timely relapse prevention.
- May assist with urine or breath testing and monitoring.
- Travel to outlying sites to train and treat patients.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Eight paid holidays.
- Two paid administrative holidays.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- 401(k) plan with an employer match of up to 5%.
- Other free and optional benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
